AutoLayGen
Win64, EnglishGeneral Usage Instructions
Usage : Basic Workflow
1. Prepare Your Drawing
1.1 Auto Selection Mode:
- Ensure all frames are closed polylines (LWPOLYLINE or POLYLINE)
- Add text objects for layout names near or within frames
- All frames should be approximately the same size
1.2 Manual Selection Mode:
- Ensure all frames are closed polylines (LWPOLYLINE or POLYLINE)
- Add text objects for layout names near or within frames
- Free for all
2. Run the Command
- LAYGEN
3. Select Layout Names
- Option A: Select text objects in your drawing (then reorder if needed)
- Option B: Press Enter and type names manually (comma-separated)
4. Select Frames
- Manual Mode: Select each frame polyline individually
- Auto Mode: Select one sample frame, and the plugin finds all similar ones
5. Configure Stamps (Optional)
Choose whether to add stamps to frames
If yes, configure:
- Image file path
- Position (Top-Left, Top-Right, etc.)
- Scale (0.1x to 5.0x)
- Opacity (10% to 100%)
6. Wait for Completion
- The plugin will create all layouts automatically
- A summary message will confirm completion
Note: If the app is not loading, kindly restart the Autodesk® AutoCAD® and try again.
Commands
| Ribbon/Toolbar Icon | Command | Command Description |
|---|---|---|
|
LAYGEN |
LAYGEN initializes the app functionalities starting with text selection and ending with stamping prompt |
Installation/Uninstallation
The installer that ran when you downloaded this app/plug-in from the Autodesk App Store will start installing the app/plug-in. OR, simply double-click the downloaded installer to install the app/plugin. You may need to restart the Autodesk product to activate the app/plug-in. To uninstall this plug-in, exit the Autodesk product if you are currently running it, simply rerun the installer, and select the "Uninstall" button. OR, click Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features (Windows 8.1/10/11) and uninstall as you would any other application from your system.
Additional Information
Known Issues
## Known Limitations
- Only works with closed polylines (LWPOLYLINE and POLYLINE)
- Frames must be rectangular or similar shapes
- Text objects must be selectable (not in xrefs or blocks without attributes)
- Stamp images are embedded as raster images (not vector)
- Maximum layout name length: 255 characters
Note: If the app is not loading, kindly restart the AutoCAD and try again.
Contact
Author/Company Information
Support Information
Version History
| Version Number | Version Description |
|---|---|
|
1.0.0 |
Version 1.0.0 – Initial Release This is the first official release of the AutoLayGen, introducing a complete automated workflow for generating layouts from model space frames. Version 1.0.0 includes full support for automatic and manual frame detection, intelligent sorting, text-based layout naming, drag-and-drop name reordering, optional stamp and watermark insertion, viewport creation and locking, and cleanup of unused layouts. This release is designed to significantly reduce repetitive drafting time and provide a stable, efficient toolset for production environments. |